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Auburn vs Amber

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amber

Girl #541 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ambergris, waxy substance"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

English American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#541
Total SSA Count
558
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Auburn Rank #5,376
Amber Rank #541

Amber is more popular, ranked #541 vs #5376 for Auburn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Auburn or Amber more popular?

Amber is more popular, ranked #541 compared to Auburn at #5376 in the United States.

What do Auburn and Amber mean?

Auburn means "reddish-brown, auburn color" (Old French/Latin origin). Amber means "ambergris, waxy substance" (Arabic origin).

Are Auburn and Amber boy or girl names?

Auburn is primarily a girl name. Amber is primarily a girl name.

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